thwarted

[thwawr-tid]

thwarted Definition

• 1. prevented from accomplishing a goal or purpose
• 2. opposed and defeated the efforts, plans, or ambitions of someone

Using thwarted: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "thwarted" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The company's expansion plans were thwarted by the economic downturn.

• Example

  She felt thwarted in her attempts to advance her career.

• Example

  His efforts to win her back were thwarted by her indifference.

thwarted Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for thwarted

• frustrated
• foiled
• thwarted
• thwart
• prevented

Antonyms for thwarted

• assisted
• abetted
• facilitated

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Summary: thwarted in Brief

'Thwarted' [thwawr-tid] means prevented from achieving a goal or purpose. It can also refer to opposing and defeating someone's efforts or plans. Examples include 'The company's expansion plans were thwarted by the economic downturn.' and 'She felt thwarted in her attempts to advance her career.' Synonyms include 'frustrated,' 'foiled,' and 'thwart.'